Rayagada, 30th December 2022: On Thursday (December 29), the Odisha Police Crime Branch established a new squad to investigate the strange deaths of two Russian citizens, including lawmaker Pavel Antov, in Rayagada.

According to sources, the newly formed four-person unit would be led by a DSP rank officer. A photographer and a forensic expert are also in the team.

Meanwhile, there are numerous unanswered concerns regarding Pavel’s alleged rapid cremation following Hindu rites instead of burying his body. Vladimir Putin’s critic and business magnate Pavel Antov’s passing has had an impact on people all around the world. The politician had consistently opposed the war between Russia and Ukraine.